- IOTA has quietly launched three new tokens, signaling a strategic move toward decentralization and real-world use cases.
- The developments align with the Rebased Protocol rollout and IOTA Identity launch, despite recent price declines.
IOTA is making major moves behind the scenes. In less than 20 days, three new tokens have appeared on the IOTA mainnet—REGCOIN, OID_TOKEN, and a Carbon Credit Token—without any official announcements. These developments hint at a larger plan to transform the network into a fully decentralized, real-world-ready ecosystem.
IOTA’s Unannounced Tokens Raise Eyebrows
A respected crypto influencer, Salima, recently revealed the presence of three quietly launched tokens on the IOTA mainnet. The first, REGCOIN, was created 19 days ago and features a “deny list mechanism,” typically seen in regulated digital assets or institutional stablecoins. Only one unit has been minted, suggesting it’s a technical proof-of-concept or a test for future regulatory use.
The second, OID_TOKEN, appeared nine days ago and is likely tied to decentralized identity (DID) systems. Though technical in nature, the token may be used to issue digital credentials or manage on-chain access. However, its details remain limited, pointing to a closed pilot phase.
The third and most recent, Carbon Credit Token, was launched just two days ago. It includes branding elements like a logo and “Minter Pass” NFTs, along with a capped point system. This points to IOTA’s growing focus on environmental initiatives and Web3 sustainability solutions.
Rebased Protocol and Staking Features Go Live
These token launches come shortly after the introduction of the IOTA Rebased Protocol, a key step toward transitioning to a delegated Proof-of-Stake (PoS) model. The protocol currently operates with 13 trusted validators. According to validator service StakingCabin, IOTA has now fully moved away from its previous centralized validation system.
Staking has also become more accessible. With just 1 IOTA, users can participate and earn an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) ranging from 10% to 15%, making it easier for small holders to join.
IOTA Identity v1.6 Goes Mainnet-Ready
Alongside these changes, IOTA Identity v1.6-beta is now live on the mainnet. This feature uses cryptographic verification and standardized data formats to support seamless, cross-platform identity verification. It’s built for real-world use cases in industries like Healthcare, Finance, and IoT.
Whether it’s issuing personal credentials or securing device identities, IOTA Identity enhances trust through a user-first, decentralized model.
Despite all these upgrades, IOTA’s price has dropped by 3% in the past 24 hours and 7.6% in the past week, now trading at $0.17. However, market analysts suggest it could rebound to $0.30 as these ecosystem upgrades gain traction.
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